Tag: public-private partnerships
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Food Security in Africa: Reforming Water Infrastructure through Law and Finance
Introduction: The Link Between Water Infrastructure and Food Security Food security in Africa hinges on reliable water infrastructure. From irrigation systems to urban water supply and climate-smart storage, water management shapes crop yields, rural livelihoods, and national resilience. Yet the continent faces a widening gap between water demand and supply, driven by population growth, climate…
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Apriori Bio and A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs Forge Partnership to Accelerate Next-Generation Influenza Vaccines
Strategic collaboration set to redefine influenza vaccine development The life sciences landscape received a notable boost as Apriori Bio, a Flagship Pioneering venture focused on variant-resilient vaccines, and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) Infectious Diseases Labs announced a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the development of next-generation influenza vaccines. Announced from Cambridge,…
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Ethiopia Leads Regional Road Safety Transformation Efforts, Says Minister Alemu Sime
Introduction: Ethiopia’s Pioneering Role in Regional Road Safety Ethiopia is positioning itself as a regional leader in road safety transformation, with concerted efforts that connect national policy, community engagement, and international partnerships. Speaking as Minister of Transport and Logistics, Alemu Sime underscored that the country’s approach goes beyond domestic reforms, aligning with broader regional objectives…
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Welcomes Brookfield Executive Delegation to Advise on Strategic Partnerships
Overview of the Meeting His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, recently met with an executive management delegation from Brookfield Corporation, a global investment management firm known for its extensive portfolio across energy, infrastructure, real estate, and private equity.…
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China espionage threat to Australian business and infrastructure
Australia’s top spy warns of a growing China espionage threat Australia’s intelligence chief has publicly warned that Chinese state-backed cyber actors are intensifying efforts to infiltrate the nation’s business sector, telecommunications networks, and critical infrastructure. In an era of rising great-power competition, authorities say unauthorized intrusions and espionage could disrupt services, threaten national security, and…
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Gigacity Award Empowers Kenya’s Smart Urban Transformation
Kenya Achieves Bronze Gigacity Award 2025, Pushing a New Era of Urban Innovation Kenya has secured the Certified Bronze Gigacity Award for 2025, a recognition that signals the country’s commitment to smart, technology-driven urban development. This milestone positions Kenya to accelerate digitalization across cities and towns, empowering residents, businesses, and local industries with better services,…
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Office of Space Commerce Faces Budget Cuts and New Oversight: What It Means for Space Business
Overview: A pivotal agency under scrutiny The Office of Space Commerce sits at the intersection of policy, regulation, and private sector growth in the evolving space economy. As policymakers wrestle with competing priorities, the agency faces a future defined by budget reductions and new oversight mechanisms. This combination could alter the pace of commercial space…
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Kenya Readies Education Leaders for World Schools Summit in UAE
Kenya Joins Global Education Dialogue at the World Schools Summit Kenya is poised to be among the prominent participants at the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, bringing together more than 1,000 leaders from top schools, policymakers, and technology firms. The event, scheduled later this month, highlights Kenya’s ongoing commitment to elevating…
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Trump Renominates Jared Isaacman to Lead NASA: What It Means for Space Policy
Trump Renominates Jared Isaacman for NASA Administrator In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has renewed his nomination of billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman to become the next administrator of NASA. The move underscores Trump’s ongoing interest in steering the direction of national space policy, particularly in the realm of public-private partnerships…
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Ruto’s Bold Plan: Kenya Aims to Become a First-World Nation in 2–3 Decades
Ruto Unveils Vision for Kenya’s Development Leap President William Ruto has signaled a bold, long-term strategy to elevate Kenya to developed-nation status within the next two to three decades. In a Sunday briefing with key ministers and stakeholders, the president outlined a sweeping framework that will be presented to Parliament in the coming weeks. The…